You may have probably heard the saying “health is wealth” more than a million times and think it is one of those boring cliches the world can do without. While it may be overused, it contains a simple truth; good health is the key to enjoying life. But most people do not fully understand what…
Red meat is a type of meat that comes from mammals and has a red color when raw, which comes from the presence of myoglobin, a protein that stores oxygen in muscle cells. Examples of red meat include beef, venison, pork, and lamb. Most people believe that red meat is not healthy due to studies…
Mental health is an important aspect of our well-being and life. Just like how problems can affect our physical health, some problems can affect our mental health. However, a lot of people don’t take mental health seriously. The awareness and knowledge of mental health disorders is poor in Nigeria. Therefore, many Nigerians don’t find it…
Nigeria is home to a wide variety of healthy and nutritious local foods. These foods are not only delicious but also provide numerous health benefits. In the context of this article, “local foods” refers to foods that are grown, harvested, and commonly consumed within Nigeria. These are ingredients that are native to the country or…
Your house has a smell. You may not realise it because you live there but the smell is the first thing your visitors or guests notice as soon as they step into your house. The last thing you want is for your visitors to be hit with a pungent odour that your nose may not…
Hepatitis B is a viral liver infection. It is the inflammation of the liver cells caused by the hepatitis B virus. The inflammation is not particularly caused by the virus itself but from the immune response of the body as it tries to eliminate the virus and recover from the infection. The infection could also…
Ketogenic diets are fast gaining popularity among the masses due to the powerful potential benefits backed by doctors and researchers. A much higher percentage of the population today suffers from obesity and other health conditions. A carbohydrate-restricted diet forces the body to employ fat metabolism as a primary source of energy and hence leads to…
The period of breastfeeding comes right after pregnancy. After giving birth to your child, you have to feed it with breast milk. Breast milk contains all the essential nutrients a baby needs in the first few months of their lives – at least six months. Breast milk is produced by the body and what you…
Spinach is a green vegetable scientifically regarded as Spinacia oleracea from the Amaranth family. Spinach is a green leafy vegetable that is native to central and western Asia. It is not native to Nigeria, so there is no Yoruba, Igbo or Hausa Nigerian name for spinach. Although some native Nigerian leafy vegetables might look a…
In Nigeria, the terms ‘chemist’ and ‘pharmacist’ are often used interchangeably. However, a lot of arguments have been raised on whether or not they should be used that way. This article explains the difference between a chemist and a pharmacist. What are the differences between a chemist and a pharmacist? The fact remains that they…
